130th Anniversary Ball

The annual Fireman's Ball will take place Saturday, Feb. 16, from 8 to 12 p.m. at the La Junta Elks Club.

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LA Junta Tribune - La Junta, CO

By Staff

Posted Feb. 14, 2013 at 5:00 PM

By Staff
Posted Feb. 14, 2013 at 5:00 PM

On Jan. 31, 1883, 15 men met and formed the John Fisher Hose Company. This group of men saw a need for a fire department that would protect the people of La Junta from the destruction of fire. Fire equipment has been purchased and upgraded over the years.This tradition continues today as they strive to improve their firefighting skills and modernize their firefighting equipment. Today they provide fire protection, technical rescue, hazardous materials emergency response and emergency medical services to all citizens of the La Junta, Swink and Cheraw area. Whatever the challenge, La Junta's firefighters, emergency medical technicians and volunteers have answered the call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year for the last 130 years.

They are in need of your donation to help support the volunteer fire department. Your donation will help assist with the upgrading of equipment and training for firefighters and EMTs. The training for firefighters and EMTs must be continually upgraded to meet the constantly changing needs that occur sometimes on a daily basis. Firefighter safety is a critical element of the overall effectiveness of a fire department's service, and it begins with the proper training. All of the training helps insure that no matter what the call, the firefighters will be trained and ready to answer. In addition to training, the firefighters and EMTs need up-to-date equipment to be able to continue to work effectively and efficiently. These men and women have committed to placing themselves in harm's way to protect others. Help them as they strive to keep the community safe.